Honor those who have been impacted by adoption

First, watch this . . .

Unplanned pregnancies happen and every person's story is different, personal and their own. As you watched the video, we hope it expanded your perspective and helped you recognize that we've all been impacted, either directly or indirectly, by the brave love of a birth mother who wanted the best for her child and chose adoption.

It takes a lot of humility, sacrifice and courage to choose adoption when confronted by an unplanned pregnancy. A woman’s decision to place for adoption is not easy and does not mean she did not want or love her child. But sometimes the world says otherwise.

. . .then send a word of encouragement.

Will you encourage a birth mom by sending a positive message her way? It will take only a second for you to fill out this form. Your words could make someone’s day or even change a life.

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Teresa Chamberlain

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Theresa Eldridge

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Kim Sanders

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Sarah Jonutz

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Teresa Chamberlain signed
2018-11-20 13:07:38 -0600

To whomever may read this, know that by making the decision to give your child a better life than you can provide is the greatest act if self sacrifice, and, ultimately, the greatest act of love. Don’t ever think poorly of yourself for wanting better for your child. Know that the world can be a cold place, but what you think of yourself should never be a reflection of others perception of you. The only way the world can ever be a better place is for people to act in love, and by giving your child the opportunity to thrive is the ultimate act you could ever show.

Taylor Amell signed
2018-05-12 11:58:16 -0500

Thank you for choosing life and love for your child. ❤️ May you find peace and comfort in your life from here on. 🙏🏽

Brittany Dilbeck signed
2017-11-17 13:40:28 -0600

I am a birth mother who is struggling tremendous amounts. I need love and support..

I am so proud of myself tho. And I answer so many ppls questions and smile and I am very proud and caring when answering ppls rude comments or questions.. but it’s been 4yrs and it’s hitting me pretty hard looking at my other children thinking about my Maggie…

Theresa Eldridge signed
2017-03-21 22:41:45 -0500

You are so brave and admirable. Not all people can choose to put their child above all else. Your choice for life, your choice for good is inspiration to all. Thank you. Thank you for giving life a chance. As a mother who struggled with infertility, you make parenting an option when biology can not. Thank you for giving life, love and happiness to others. God bless your wonderful heart.

Amanda Nix signed
2016-12-10 01:20:54 -0600

God Bless You!!

Kim Sanders signed
2016-06-16 12:54:54 -0500

My life has been totally blessed with friends and family members who were lovingly and selflessly given up for adoption by some pretty awesome people. I personally think this is the most perfect form of love and giving of yourself. Thank you for choosing life and for blessing people that you probably never get the chance to know or see how much good you have done. Amazing!

Russell Descourouez signed
2016-06-01 09:59:35 -0500

Wendy Stigora signed
2016-05-28 21:47:27 -0500

To my daughter’s birthmother: Thank you for your brave love! We just celebrated her 8th Adoption Day yesterday. Ourr family wouldn’t be the same without her. “The hope of the righteous brings joy” _Proverbs 10:28

I know that the decision that you made or will make soon is a hard one and is causing or will cause grief. It is akin to the kind of grief that you feel when close family dies or if your best friend moves away. But please trust me when I say that it does get better, or at least, more bearable. Your tears will turn into fond memories. If you get pictures of the child you will experience the same pride and joy that you would if he/she lived with you. You can have hope that one day you might meet in person as adults when that chance is non-existent had you chose abortion. You can be proud of yourself for giving your baby a chance to live well and succeed. There is assurance in the fact that since you carried the baby to term instead of aborting him/her you gave yourself a much healthier choice for your body. (Abortion can cause several health problems – physical, mental, and spiritual. You said NO to these problems.) You have incredibly high parenting standards for your child because you were able to see that you were not able to meet those standards you set for yourself at the present time. This is to be commended and never, not once frowned upon because you put your baby FIRST.

Please know that God loves you and that God appreciates what you have done for his child. And may God bless you all the days of your life for your courage.

Tracy from NC

Sarah Jonutz signed
2016-05-26 17:13:43 -0500

Karyn Hoffman signed
2016-05-26 17:03:26 -0500

Laurie Jeselsohn
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on Facebook2016-05-24 15:28:49 -0500

The decision to place for adoption doesn't mean a child is unwanted. In fact, it's the opposite. Watch this video!

Laurie Jeselsohn signed
2016-05-24 12:32:13 -0500

Laurie Jeselsohn – You are a true HERO. Placing for adoption is one of the most heroic acts of kindness that you could ever take. Thank you for your courage and strength.

Shirley A. Apprill signed
2016-05-20 21:29:12 -0500

You have shown the greatest act of love, first by choosing life for your baby and then choosing a better life and you could give. Your child and her new parents, will be forever grateful.

The decision to place for adoption doesn't mean a child is unwanted. In fact, it's the opposite. Watch this video!

Dianne Davis signed
2016-05-19 12:53:27 -0500

Dear Birth Mom – you are amazing! It takes an incredible person to be able to do what you are doing. When you place your child for adoption you are holding him or her in the highest regard. Thank you for doing what few can do. You are a rock star in my eyes! God bless you and remind yourself daily how much you love and are loved!! Dianne Davis

Tracy Schmidt signed
2016-05-19 10:21:29 -0500

We thank God everyday for Kaitlyn and her brave birth mother!

Kristen Hood signed
2016-05-17 16:16:09 -0500

Your the best

Sara Capasso signed
2016-05-17 13:52:40 -0500

What a gift you are giving to a family! What a brave and wonderful choice.

Alex and Andrea Berf signed
2016-05-17 11:31:23 -0500

Your selfless decision and love for your child is beyond incredible and we hope you know just how much strength and courage you show to put your child’s needs first. Thank you.

Laura Paulus signed
2016-05-17 08:59:36 -0500

Your choice to place your unique, precious child for adoption is such a great choice. May you always be blessed in return!

Rebecca Tillou signed
2016-05-17 08:23:38 -0500

Lisa Diltz signed
2016-05-17 06:11:52 -0500

Thank you for sharing your baby with me! She still has the name that you gave her.

Barbara Gourd-Shaw signed
2016-05-16 23:38:28 -0500

I wanted to thank you for making the hardest decision a parent can make. Keep your head up and know that you have lots of people behind you

Terry Perritt signed
2016-05-16 19:57:14 -0500

Such a loving and unselfish act to separate yourself from your child so he or she may have a better life. I have one adopted niece and three adopted nephews and they all appear to be extremely happy. Thank you.

Mary Foss Murphy signed
2016-05-16 19:01:43 -0500

Thank you for your brave love.

Alyssa McConaha
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on Facebook2016-05-16 18:31:30 -0500

The decision to place for adoption doesn't mean a child is unwanted. In fact, it's the opposite. Watch this video!